33493
South Bay, FL
Palm Beach County · Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area
PBCWUD - LAKE REGION WTP - SYSTEM 11

Is South Bay tap water safe to drink?

Some concern
Last tested: May 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested May 2025.
Townships:
  • Glades CCD, FL
  • Belle Glade-Pahokee CCD, FL
Neighborhood:
  • South Bay

The short answer for South Bay

South Bay tap water has 5 detected contaminants, currently below EPA limits (tested December 2024). Arsenic measured closest to the threshold. See the full compound-by-compound report.

The health risk for South Bay

Arsenic was detected in local water tests, currently below EPA limits. Even below-limit detections can still be meaningful for sensitive households, so a targeted certified filter can add protection.
  • PFAS or other chemicals detected; no confirmed exceedances in multiple samples.
Arsenic concentration (µg/L) December 2024
0 µg/L 10 µg/L 20 µg/L
9.040 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
10 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
90% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 10 µg/L | Your water: 9.040 µg/L
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Arsenic was detected below EPA limits. A certified filter can still add an extra layer of protection.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic
Tested: December 2024 · HE-0862		 9.040 µg/L 10 µg/L 90% of limit
View all tested compounds

Clewiston Connection · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

HE-0862 · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Arsenic 9.040 µg/L 10 µg/L 90% of limit
Lead 1.200 µg/L 15 µg/L 8% of limit
Chromium 0.400 µg/L 100 µg/L 0.4% of limit
Copper 0.400 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 0.004 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 245.000 mg/L — —
Aluminum 19.000 µg/L — —
Ammonia 0.210 mg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.210 mg/L — —
Antimony 0.067 µg/L — —
Barium 22.900 µg/L — —
Beryllium 0.011 µg/L — —
Cadmium 0.020 µg/L — —
Calcium 104.000 mg/L — —
Chloride 5.700 mg/L — —
Escherichia coli 1.000 MPN/100mL — —
Fluoride 0.230 mg/L — —
Iron 1470.000 µg/L — —
Magnesium 2.400 mg/L — —
Manganese 18.500 µg/L — —
Molybdenum 1.190 µg/L — —
Nickel 0.740 µg/L — —
Nitrogen, mixed forms (NH3)... 0.680 mg/L — —
Organic carbon 7.800 mg/L — —
Phosphorus 0.033 mg/L — —
Potassium 0.820 mg/L — —
Purge Volume 18.000 gal — —
Selenium 0.200 µg/L — —
Silver 0.010 µg/L — —
Sodium 4.200 mg/L — —
Sulfate 2.000 mg/L — —
Thallium 0.100 µg/L — —
Total Coliform 41.100 MPN/100mL — —
Total dissolved solids 286.000 mg/L — —
Total hardness 269.000 mg/L — —
Total Kjeldahl nitrogen (Or... 0.800 mg/L — —
True color 69.000 PCU — —
Water level in well, depth ... 4.960 ft — —
Zinc 5.700 µg/L — —

WTP #11 · Tested: May 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Water utilities serving ZIP 33493

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 33493 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 33493 tap water?

ZIP 33493 has 5 detected contaminants below EPA limits in this dataset. Arsenic measured closest to its guideline.

Will boiling ZIP 33493 tap water remove Arsenic?

Boiling tap water can kill many pathogens, but it does not remove most chemical contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Several dissolved contaminants can even concentrate as water evaporates. For the chemical contaminants reported in ZIP 33493, a certified filter is more reliable.

Do basic pitcher filters remove Arsenic?

Basic pitcher filters are typically rated for chlorine, taste, and odor (NSF/ANSI 42), not for the broader list of contaminants tracked in EPA monitoring. Match the certification (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds listed in this report before assuming a filter helps.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 33493?

Public records identify PBCWUD - LAKE REGION WTP - SYSTEM 11 as a primary water system associated with ZIP 33493. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 33493 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is May 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 33493?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact PBCWUD - LAKE REGION WTP - SYSTEM 11 or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 33493. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (ADONA: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested May 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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